George Clooney to Launch Tequila Brand

Is there anything George Clooney can't do? He is an award-winning actor, a director, and a producer. He is a political activist. He's also a motorcycle enthusiast, excellent ballplayer (almost went professional!), cover model (the first male to grace the premiere issue of Men's Vogue), and an all-around good guy. And now, he's adding tequila maker to the list.

Clooney is teaming up with pal and nightclub impresario Rande Gerber (Cindy Crawford's husband) to launch Casamigos, a tequila the two have been drinking for years and finally want to share with the rest of us. The name is a nod to the houses they own in Mexico.

The two men certainly live the jet-set life (let's not forget that Clooney also owns that big private villa on Lake Como), but Gerber told the Wall Street Journal that they would not overcharge for their liquor. "I don't think we're going to be following all the rules. We know we have a product we love and we drink, and other people will enjoy. The product speaks for itself," Gerber said.

Gerber and Clooney are not the first celebs to venture into the alcohol market. Fans of Dan Akyroyd know he's got his own winery and a stake in Crystal Head Vodka. Donald Trump has his own vodka brand, Trump Vodka. Willie Nelson has his name attached to Old Whiskey River, a bourbon packaged with his signature red bandana. Foodie Danny Devito makes his own Limoncello with lemons straight from Sorrento, Italy, and we're not counting the numerous actors, musicians, and sports stars who've gotten into the wine game.

Gerber also just launched his first alcohol: Caliche, an aged white rum. There is no word yet on when the star-studded Mexican elixir will be available. But we're hoping it tastes as good as Clooney looks.

Would you buy a bottle of tequila just because it came from George Clooney? Is it smart for actors and celebs to bottle their own alcohol or do you have a problem with it?

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